Nikon · 11 models

Tether your Nikon camera to the cloud

Nikon Z bodies tether over USB or Wi-Fi, delivering every NEF and JPEG to the cloud the instant you press the shutter.

Connecting a Nikon camera

Over USB

Connect over USB (PC connection mode) for the fastest, most dependable transfer.

Over Wi-Fi

Or connect over the camera's Wi-Fi or a shared network.

On a first wireless connection, confirm the link on the camera when prompted.

  • Real-time delivery of every Nikon frame to the cloud
  • RAW + JPEG ingestion (Pro)
  • Upload once, fan out to multiple destinations (Pro)
  • Works on mobile data — no venue Wi-Fi needed
  • Local mode: save straight to your phone's library
  • Run a second body alongside it in the same session (Pro)

Nikon tethering FAQ

Which Nikon cameras work with CloudTether?

CloudTether supports Nikon bodies including Z8, Z9, Z6 III, Z6 II, Z7 II, Z5, Z50, Zf, D850, D780, D750 — and more. Any Nikon camera that can tether over USB or its own Wi-Fi works.

Can I tether my Nikon camera over Wi-Fi?

Or connect over the camera's Wi-Fi or a shared network.

Do I need a laptop to upload from my Nikon camera?

No. CloudTether runs on your phone — tether the camera to the phone over USB or Wi-Fi and every shot uploads to the cloud over your mobile data or any connection.

Where do my Nikon photos go?

Wherever you choose: Dropbox, Google Drive, Google Photos, SmugMug, ShootProof, an FTP/SFTP server and more — or straight to your phone's photo library in local mode.

Ready to tether your Nikon camera?

CloudTether is available on iOS and Android.